2025 17th Annual Therapeutic Apheresis Academy

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The 17th Annual Therapeutic Apheresis Academy offers an immersive 2 ½-day multidisciplinary program designed to foster interprofessional collaboration through innovative teaching approaches. The general session will explore current practices, the latest advancements in the field of apheresis medicine, and actionable strategies for launching new apheresis services. The Hands-on workshop will provide practical clinical applications and valuable insights from experienced professionals. Attendees will also benefit from the expertise of nationally acclaimed apheresis specialists and seasoned frontline clinicians.

Contact:
Monica McCommon, CMP
Program Manager
[email protected]

Thursday, October 2, 2025, 7:00 AM - Saturday, October 4, 2025, 12:00 PM EST, UVA Pinn Hall Conference Center, Charlottesville, VA

1. LIst different attributes of varying types of apheresis equipment and state the differences between centrifugal and filtration technologies.
2. Apply evidence-based American Society for Apheresis (ASFA) International guidelines and identify each of the categories (I-IV) that form indications for TA to make decisions in the realm of Apheresis Medicine.
3. List multiple practices that will decrease complications during apheresis treatment.
4. Identify and list new advances and changing patterns in apheresis treatment modalities.
5. List how apheresis medicine is applied in clinical uses within multiple and diverse medical fields.
6. Identify the changing role of apheresis treatment for patients with thrombotic microangiopathies (TMA) in the era of novel targeted drug therapies.
7. Explain the role of apheresis techniques in the collection of stem cells and lymphocytes to facilitate stem cell transplantation, CAR-T and gene therapy.
8. Describe and analyze ethical issues and resource constraints with emerging biotherapies .
9. Apply apheresis techniques to reduce complications post-solid organ transplantation (lung, liver, heart).
10. Describe the similarities and differences in apheresis treatment in pediatric patients compared to adults.
11. Apply clinical and administrative knowledge and best practices necessary to set up and maintain an apheresis service.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (16.75 hours), ACPE (16.75 hours), ANCC Contact Hours (16.75 hours), Hours of Participation (16.75 hours)

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation requests received in writing no less than 30 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be provided for cancellation requests received within 30 days or for registration fees of less than $50.  Please send cancellation requests [email protected].

 

UVA Health Continuing Education reserves the right to cancel CE activities if necessary.  In this case, the entire registration fee will be refunded.  All other expenses incurred in conjunction with this CE activity are the sole responsibility of the participant.

Accessibility Statement
 
UVACE is committed to ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for individuals with disabilities, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), as well as other applicable state and local laws and University policy. Individuals with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations to ensure their participation in courses. Please note that some of the course venues at UVA are registered historic properties and may not be fully ADA accessible. If you have needs that require special accommodation, including dietary concerns, please email [email protected].  All requests must be received 30 days prior to the course start date.

In support of improving patient care, the University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Courtyard Charlottesville - University Medical Center
1201 West Main Street
Charlottesville, Virginia, USA, 22903
Tel: +1 434-977-1700

The Courtyard Charlottesville - University Medical Center is offering a special group rate of $209 per night.

The last day to receive the special rate is Wednesday, September 3, 2025.

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